Stalker’s 20-Year Sentence for Fire Threats | Portland News

A Portland man, Eric Douglas Alexander, just received a 20-year sentence after being convicted on 19 charges—including attempted murder and arson—following a terrifying obsession with his ex-girlfriend. After she moved to Portland and begged him to stop, he followed her from California, sent relentless threats, and even targeted her family, culminating in a fire at their home that narrowly missed killing them. Despite mental health struggles and a hospitalization after the incident, Alexander confessed to authorities. The judge called it an unprecedented case, emphasizing the danger of unchecked obsession and mental instability—and the severe consequences when they collide. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/995ccd6c26e24bee